With subzero temperatures in Kentucky's forecast this week, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services says residents should take care to avoid the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning from improper use of heating or cooking devices.

The cabinet says the National Center for Environmental Health advises using a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector in the home. Also:

-Don't use a generator, charcoal, grill, camp stove or other such device indoors, or outside near a window.

-Don't run a vehicle inside a garage attached to the home, even with the garage door open.

-Don't use a fireplace that isn't properly vented or heat the house with a gas oven.